Visit Philadelphia
Philadelphia is an historic city, a walkable city, a shoppable city, and a city full of museums, sports teams and tasty restaurants. The founding fathers of America spent a great deal of time here, and it would do most Americans some good to visit, if for only that reason.
Philadelphia on Wikipedia
Its name literally means "the City of Brotherly Love"
Philadelphia () is the largest city in Pennsylvania and the sixth most populous city in the United States. It is the fifth largest metropolitan area and fourth largest urban area by population in the United States, the nation's fourth largest consumer media market as ranked by the Nielsen Media Research, and the 49th most populous city in the world. It is the county seat of Philadelphia County. A popular nickname for Philadelphia is The City of Brotherly Love (from Greek: , , Modern Greek: , "br...
To do in Philadelphia
- See the Liberty Bell at Independence Park
- Have a Philly Cheesesteak sandwich IN Philly
- Go to the Art Museum and run up the stairs like Rocky
- Whatever, yo?
Movies featuring Philadelphia
Amazing museums
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- As one of the largest art museums in the United States, the Philadelphia Museum of Art invites visitors from around the world to explore its renowned art collections, acclaimed special exhibitions, and enriching programs, both in-person and online.
- The Franklin Institute
- The Franklin Institute is composed of three centers of division, The Science Center, The Center for Innovation in Science Learning, and The Benjamin Franklin Center.
- CCP - Mutter Museum:
- In 1858, Thomas Dent Mutter presented his personal collection of unique anatomic and pathological materials to The College of Physicians of Philadelphia. This collection now boasts over 20,000 unforgettable objects, including fluid-preserved anatomical and pathological specimens; skeletal and dried specimens, medical instruments and apparati; anatomical and pathological models in plaster, wax, and plastic; memorabilia of famous scientists and physicians; medical illustrations, photographs, prints, and portraits. And more.
- Rodin Museum
- The Rodin Museum was the gift of movie theater magnate Jules Mastbaum (American, 1872-1926) to the city of Philadelphia. Mastbaum began collecting works by Rodin in 1923 with the intent of founding a museum to enrich the lives of his fellow citizens.
- The Civil War and Underground Railroad Museum
- The Civil War and Underground Railroad Museum of interprets the struggle for freedom, equality and national unity in 19th century America, in order to inspire a better understanding of that struggle and a renewed dedication to its importance today.
- Academy of Natural Sciences - Natural History Museum in Philadelphia
- The Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia's natural history museum, has been operating since 1812. Its public museum presents exhibits and activities suitable for children and adults, including live butterflies, dinosaurs, wildlife.
- ESP :: Eastern State Penitentiary Website
- Tour this revolutionary 19th Century prison.
Philadelphia Photos
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Historic park areas
- Independence Park visitor center
- Whether you're creating a detailed itinerary or just exploring as you go, The Independence Visitor Center helps you make the most of your visit to Philadelphia and The Countryside.
- Independence National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)
- This is where the Liberty Bell is, and Independence Hall, where they signed the Declaration of Independence. You need tickets for some tours, so check this website if you're going in the summer.
Books on Philadelphia
Philadelphia cuisine: the cheesesteak sandwich
The cheesesteak, known outside the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area as the Philadelphia cheesesteak, Philly cheesesteak, or simply a Philly is a sandwich principally made up of thinly sliced pieces of steak and melted cheese on a long roll. A cheesesteak without cheese is locally called a steak sandwich or a Philly Steak in other parts of the country.
The cheesesteak is a comfort food for natives of the Philadelphia region. It was invented in the city in 1930 and is considered to be a city icon along with other foods such as Tastykakes, water ice, the Philadelphia soft pretzel, hoagies, and scrapple.
Cheesesteak icons
- Welcome To Geno's Steaks - The Best in South Philly
- Geno's Steaks : The Best from South Philly : 1219 South 9th Street, Philadelphia.
- Pat's King of Steaks
- We are open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. We are closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years Eve. Open New Years Day. Located at the intersection of 9th Street, Wharton & Passyunk Avenues in south Philadelphia.
What makes a great cheesesteak?
While you're in Philadelphia, you should sample the local fare. But after you decide if you'll go to Pat's or Geno's, you have a big decision to make.
Philadelphia Inquirer's food critic
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